Chinese Arts
The Art of the Chinese Sword
By Philip Tom
The medieval Chinese dynasties saw great advances in metallurgy and their ability to produce cast iron, was far ahead of such technology in the Europe.
Inside the Eagle's Claw
By Victor Smith
A fascinating glimpse into this Chinese art of grasping, seizing, and joint manipulations.
Making The Eagle's Claw
By Victor Smith
Learn the basics of Eagle Claw's signature technique, which when done by a master, the grip alone is often so painful that it can bring an opponent to his knees.
A Brief History of Chinese Kung-Fu: Part 1
By David A. Ross
There is a lot of contradictory information circulated about the origins and purposes of Chinese martial arts and most of what is painted by those within these arts is not only misleading and illogical, but also inconsistent.
A Brief History of Chinese Kung-Fu: Part 2
By David A. Ross
In recent history Chinese martial arts witnessed growing control of the central government over their practice and interpretation.
Finding Thunder: Exploring The White Crane Kung Fu of Liu Chang I - Part 1
By Christopher Caile
Feed Crane is a time capsule of old fighting technique. It is brutally effective -- technique tested in combat and passed on to us over 12 generations.
Finding Thunder: Exploring The White Crane Kung Fu of Liu Chang I - Part 2
By Christopher Caile
Feeding Crane's technique can be summed up as blunt force trauma to your opponent using your body's most sturdy parts.
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